Technical/Laboratory/QA/QC/Production Experience

Summary

1990-1999
Temporary/seasonal positions with federal government.
Nearly 2 years of technician-level experience.
Compiled habitat and biological data, monitored and assessed environmental and ecological conditions, collected and analyzed biological and environmental samples, and entered data into computer databases.

1989-1996
Temporary laboratory/QA/QC/production positions.
Over 1 year of experience.  Met or exceeded performance standards in fast-paced environment.
Positions include grader, quality control laboratory technician, and electronic assembler.
Collected and analyzed samples, performed qualitative and quantitative tests and procedures, recorded data, performed calculations, assigned grades to samples and lots, communicated results to supervisors and managers, and assembled small electronic parts.



U.S. FOREST SERVICE, Chiloquin Ranger District, Chiloquin, Oregon
Biological Technician, GS-0404-05, 7/1999-11/1999

Member of 4 person survey crew; individual and shared duties.
Collected cover and forage data for deer model analyses. Estimated % cover. Identified cover and forage species. Assigned code to each survey area based on % cover and dominant cover species.
Conducted bitterbrush surveys and collected and analyzed bitterbrush samples for deer forage and plant health analyses.
Bitterbrush sample analysis: Enumerated and determined biomass of new shoots for each station. Determined dry biomass of new shoots for each station. For bitterbrush root samples, measured diameter and enumerated growth rings with microscope to determine age.
Verified location of northern goshawk nests and nesting pairs.
Recorded data in survey forms.
Entered data into Oracle databases.
Collected data with GPS to document location of survey sites.



U.S. FOREST SERVICE, Burns Ranger District, Hines, Oregon
Forestry Technician, GS-0462-04, 4/1996-10/1996

Member of 8 person crew; individual and shared duties.
Selected and marked trees for harvest and wildlife use using well-defined marking guidelines, silviculture prescriptions, and specific instructions.
Flagged timber sale boundaries.
Assisted with wildland fire suppression, which included trip to Wasatch Range in Utah.
For 1 week, assisted with inspections, which included determining and documenting tree species and conditions.



UNIFORCE TEMPORARY PERSONNEL, Tigard, Oregon
Client company: Japan Aviation Electronics, Tualatin, Oregon
JAE Oregon is a world-class manufacturer of technologically advanced, high quality electrical connectors. Connectors produced at the Tualatin, Oregon facility are shipped throughout the world for use in a variety of automotive and telecommunications applications. –JAE Oregon Web site
Electronic Assembler, 12/1995-3/1996

Worked independently with close supervision.
Assembled electronic parts manually and with machines.



U.S. FOREST SERVICE, Bear Valley Ranger District, John Day, Oregon
Biological Technician, GS-0404-05, 9/1995-11/1995

Member of 2 person survey crew; individual and shared duties.
Using established agency protocol called Hankin and Reeves Level II Stream Survey Methodology, collected biotic habitat, geomorphic, and physical data, including vegetation and hydrologic data, for timber/range project planning. Identified riparian and upland plant species. Determined % shrub cover, % grass/forb cover, canopy density, number and size of deciduous and coniferous trees, and predominant landform in riparian zones. Collected substrate data, e.g. presence/absence and % sand, % gravel, % cobble, % boulder. Determined % undercut bank. Enumerated large boulders. Enumerated and measured depth of deep pools. Identified erosion, deposition, and channel morphology. Measured stream width and depth and active channel width and height. Enumerated large woody debris and determined % stream shaded. Determined stream flow type. Documented historical timber harvest activities, including prescription and estimate of how long ago stand harvested. Identified land use. Measured water temperature. Noted presence of fish and macroinvertebrates.
Evaluated riparian condition in regard to timber harvest activities and grazing. Assessed grazing activity based on % streambank disturbance.
Classified streams. Recorded stream location on GIS maps.
Verified GIS inventory. Verified location and classification of previously surveyed streams using GIS maps.
Using Forest protocol, conducted riparian transect surveys for inventory database. Determined % cover, enumerated large woody debris, and determined % stream shaded. Used densiometer to determine canopy density. Identified individual plants and community associations. Assessed ungulate browse conditions within tall shrub and hardwood component.
Recorded data in survey forms.
Entered stream survey data into Oracle-based stream inventory program SMART.
Entered riparian survey data into Paradox database.

Accomplishments:
Received letter of reference from supervisor.



BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT, Baker City Field Office, Baker City, Oregon
Biological Technician, GS-0404-05, 6/1995-9/1995

Member of 2 person survey crew; individual (estimator/numerator for stream surveys) and shared duties.
Conducted Hankin and Reeves stream surveys for inventory database. Collected physical, geomorphic, and biotic habitat data, including hydrologic and vegetation data. Identified stream habitat units, e.g. pool, riffle, glide, rapid, cascade. Determined substrate composition, e.g. % sand, % gravel, % cobble, % boulder. Estimated length of stream units (measured length every 10 units). Measured stream width and depth. Measured active channel, 50 year flood, and first terrace width and height. Enumerated large woody debris and determined % stream shaded. Identified riparian and upland plant species. Determined % shrub cover, % grass/forb cover, canopy density, number and size of deciduous and coniferous trees, and predominant landform in riparian zones. Determined % undercut bank. Enumerated large boulders. Enumerated and measured depth of deep pools. Used clinometer to determine gradient of stream units and riparian zones. Used clinometer to determine angle from center of stream upward to vegetation/topographical feature providing shade. Used compass to determine direction of stream flow. Identified erosion, deposition, and channel and valley morphology. Determined stream flow type. Determined valley width index. Identified land use. Measured water temperature. Noted presence of fish and macroinvertebrates. Identified fish species. Documented wildlife sightings.
Collected water samples from streams and performed water quality tests, including pH, dissolved oxygen, turbidity, temperature, and velocity.
Collected, identified, enumerated, and measured specimens of electrofish samples.
Recorded data in survey forms.



AGRIPAC, Salem, Oregon
Grader, 8/1990-10/1990

Worked independently with little supervision.
Collected samples of raw and processed green beans and plums and analyzed samples in Quality Control laboratory.
Performed qualitative and quantitative tests. Sample analysis included pH, salinity, color, texture, and general appearance.
Weighed samples, enumerated pieces for some samples, monitored temperature of machines, and performed quality tests on cans.
Recorded and summarized data, performed calculations, and assigned grade to samples and lots.
Completed QC labels. Attached QC labels to loaded pallets.
Reported results and substandard samples to production and laboratory supervisors.

Accomplishments:
Played key role in ensuring product and processes met or exceeded quality standards and company complied with government regulations.
Provided input into process and product improvement.



BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT, Salem District Office, Salem, Oregon
Biological Technician, GS-0404-05, 4/1990-8/1990

Member of 2 person survey crew; individual and shared duties.
Conducted northern spotted owl and marbled murrelet surveys for proposed timber sales. Determined presence/absence. Documented meteorological conditions, including temperature, cloud cover, and precipitation.
Selected and flagged location of survey stations.
Recorded data in survey forms.
Entered survey data into dBase IV database.
Wrote report that included field season summary and results and criteria used for selection of location of survey stations.



LACREOLE FRUIT COMPANY, Rickreall, Oregon
Quality Control Laboratory Technician, 6/1989-8/1989

Worked independently with little supervision.
Collected samples of fresh and frozen cherries and analyzed samples in Quality Control laboratory.
Performed qualitative and quantitative tests. Sample analysis included color, texture, temperature, and general appearance.
Also weighed samples and enumerated cherries for some samples.
Recorded and summarized data and performed calculations.
Reported results and substandard samples to managers and production supervisors.
Filled in as production supervisor when supervisor not present.

Accomplishments:
Played key role in ensuring product and processes met or exceeded quality standards and company complied with government regulations.
Provided input into process and product improvement.